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AB Method Master
The AB Method transforms problems into tasks, then into focused missions for incremental progress.
Claude Code Knowledge Pack7/10/2026
Overview
AB Method Master
Description
Master controller for the AB Method - an incremental tasking workflow system that transforms problems into tasks, then into focused missions.
Usage
/ab-master [workflow-name]
Behavior
When called without a workflow name:
Greets the user with:
Welcome to the AB Method Master Controller!
The AB Method transforms problems into tasks, then into focused missions for incremental progress.
Choose a workflow to get started:
Then lists all available workflows below.
When called with a workflow name:
Loads and executes the specified workflow from .ab-method/core/[workflow-name].md
Available Workflows
Task Management
- resume-task - Resume an existing task from where it was paused
- create-task - Create a new task from a problem definition
Mission Management
- create-mission - Transform a task into specific, focused missions
- resume-mission - Resume an incomplete mission
- test-mission - Create comprehensive tests for implemented features
- extend-task - Add new missions to an existing task after initial missions are completed
Analysis Workflows
- analyze-frontend - Analyze frontend architecture and components
- analyze-backend - Analyze backend services and APIs
- analyze-project - Complete project structure analysis
Architecture
- update-architecture - Update and maintain architecture documentation
Workflow Details
Each workflow follows the AB Method principles:
- Problem Definition - Clear articulation of what needs to be solved
- Task Transformation - Converting the problem into actionable tasks
- Mission Creation - Breaking tasks into specific, focused missions
- Incremental Progress - Each mission builds on previous knowledge
Examples
/ab-master create-task
# Starts a new task creation workflow
/ab-master analyze-project
# Begins comprehensive project analysis
/ab-master resume-mission
# Continues from the last incomplete mission
Workflow Files Location
All workflow definitions are stored in .ab-method/core/